GRE Word List

EMISSARY

one designated as the agent of another : representative

The meaning of the word emissary is one designated as the agent of another : representative.

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WordMeaning
abjectsunk to or existing in a low state or condition : very bad or severe
plastera medicated or protective dressing that consists of a film (as of cloth or plastic) spread with a usually medicated substance
ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
flagrantconspicuously offensive
exacerbateto make more violent, bitter, or severe
iniquitouscharacterized by iniquity
mingleto bring or mix together or with something else usually without fundamental loss of identity : intermix
inroadan advance or penetration often at the expense of someone or something
historicalof, relating to, or having the character of history
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